What’s News

MEDIA RELEASE 21 July 2023

What’s News

Torchlight Tours at the AFMM

Torchlight tours will be held at the Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum on Wednesday 26 July from 5.30pm to 6.30pm or from 7.00pm to 8.00pm. Bookings are essential as places are limited.

Adult $20, Concession $15, Child $12, Family $45. Phone 6331 2860 to book.

Bathurst Careers Expo

The Bathurst Careers Expo, sponsored by Charles Sturt University will be held on Wednesday 2 August. It is an opportunity for school students and job seekers to

meet with a variety of education providers, employers and government agencies.

The expo will be held in the at Charles Sturt University gymnasium between 9am and 3pm.

More information at https://bathurstliveinvest.com.au

National Tree Day

Location: Macquarie Wambuul River, Evans Bridge, Bathurst

Time/Date: 10am Sunday 30 July

Join us on Sunday, July 30 for National Tree Day and lend a hand to help plant native plants along the banks of the Macquarie Wambuul River

Commencing at 10 am next to Evans Bridge in Baillie Street Open Space Reserve, this event welcomes adults and kids to participate in planting native trees, shrubs, and grasses. There will be a free barbecue lunch for all participants.

Alcohol Free Zones 2023 – 2027

Council, at its meeting on 21 June 2023, resolved to commence the process for the re-establishment of alcohol-free zones in the Bathurst CBD from October 2023 until October 2027 under Section 644 of the Local Government Act, 1993 in areas including:

• William Street - from Durham to Piper Streets
• George Street - from Durham to Piper Streets Howick Street - from Rankin to Bentinck Streets
• Russell Street - from Rankin to Bentinck Streets
• Keppel Street - from Rankin to Havannah Streets
• Piper Street - from Rankin to Bentinck Streets
• Rankin Street - from Durham to Piper Streets
• Bentinck Street – from Durham to Piper Streets
• Court House Lane
• Church Street

You are invited to make representations or objections to the proposed zone. Representations or objections must be forwarded to Council to the General Manager, PMB 17, Bathurst NSW 2795 or email council@bathurst.nsw. gov.au by Wednesday 26 July 2023.

Sporting Association Grants

Sporting organisations affiliated with the Bathurst District Sport and Recreation Council are eligible to apply for grants to assist local sporting organisations undertake specific works or purchase equipment for the advancement of sport in the Bathurst Region. Information and application forms are available from Council’s Recreation Section on 6333 6285 or on Council’s website.

Applications close 26 September.

Bathurst CCTV Funding Program

Council is providing funding to assist local businesses improve security and community safety. Businesses may apply for funding up to a maximum of $500 on a dollar-for-dollar basis, under the criteria of the Bathurst CCTV funding program.

For more information visit Council’s website or phone 6333 6523. Applications close 5pm Friday 18 August.

Bathurst Access Improvement Grants

Council in partnership with the Bathurst Regional Access Committee provides grants to assist businesses and non-profit organisations improve access and inclusion to their place of business/organisation.

Businesses and non-profit organisations within the Bathurst region may apply for funding of 50 per cent of project costs, up to a maximum grant amount of $5,000. Projects must be completed within the 2023/2024 financial year to be eligible to apply for a grant. Retrospective funding can be considered providing the project is completed in the current financial year.

For more information, visit Council’s website or phone 6333 6523. Applications close 4pm on Friday 11 August.

YourSay Bathurst

Amendments to Bathurst Regional Development Control Plan and Engineering Guidelines - Laffing Waters Master Plan and Earthworks

Council is exhibiting a detailed amendment to its Development Control Plan to implement the vision of the Laffing Waters Master Plan adopted by Council in 2019.

The Laffing Waters Master Plan provides the framework for delivering 2,000+ houses at Laffing Waters over the coming decade.

Submissions close 24 July 2023.

To find out more: https://yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/DCPAmendments

Swimming pool inspections policy

Council is seeking feedback on its Swimming Pool Inspection Policy. The policy deals with issues such as the inspection of residential properties at the point of sale or lease; the inspection of properties used for tourist visitor accommodation; and the charging of fees for undertaking inspections.

Submissions close 31 July 203.

To find out more: https://yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/draftpolicies

Community participation plan

Council has prepared an amendment to the Bathurst Regional Community Participation Plan 2019 (CPP). The CPP identifies how and when members of the community can become involved in Development Applications and Strategic Planning Initiatives, under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.

The draft CPP is on exhibition from 3 July - 31 July.

To find our more: https://yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/CPP

Amendment to Revenue Policy

Council has resolved to make a number of amendments to the Revenue Policy 2023/2024. The changes are outlined on YourSay Bathurst.

Submissions close 4.45pm Friday 29 July 2023

To find out more: https://yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/amendment-to-revenue-policy

@ the Art Gallery

West of Central - 1 July to 27 August

This exhibition showcases the work of 16 regionally based artists who choose to make work on Wiradjuri Country in the Central Tablelands of NSW.

Life Drawing Workshop

Date: Thursday 17 August

Immerse yourself in a 2-hour Introduction to Life Drawing workshop with local artist Tim Miller at Bathurst Regional Art Gallery.

$30 BRAGS members, $35 non-members, all materials supplied, and no experience required.

RSVP essential via the website https://bathurstart.com.au/exhibitions-events/life-drawing-workshop/

@ the Library

Author Talks

The House With All The Lights On by Jessica Kirkness

Date: 12pm on Thursday 27 July

The House With All The Lights On is a lyrical exploration of family, identity and history, and what it is to be a member of a family where the most beautiful of bonds are born in difference

The Things That Matter Most by Gabbie Stroud

Date: 6pm on Tuesday 8 August

The staff of St Margaret’s Primary School are hanging by a thread. There’s serious litigation pending, the school is due for registration and a powerful parent named Janet Bellevue has a lot to say about everything. As teachers they’re trying to remain professional, as people they’re unravelling fast.

Bookings essential by contacting 6333 6281

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